Barriers

Breaking Barriers: Young Mexican Attorney with Down Syndrome Champions Rights and Aspires to Legislative Role[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SX2QhLG9U24[/embed]

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Guadalupe, Mexico — In a region where disabled individuals often encounter formidable barriers, Ana Victoria Espino De Santiago, a 25-year-old Mexican woman from Zacatecas, is defining new standards. Born with Down syndrome, Espino recently graduated from Universidad Autónoma de Zacatecas, becoming the first lawyer with Down syndrome not only in Zacatecas but reportedly in all of Latin America. Her aspirations stretch beyond the courtroom; she aims to venture into politics, championing the rights of disabled individuals and fighting against discrimination. Espino’s journey underscores a broader narrative of disabled women overcoming societal and professional obstacles to … Read more

Breaking Barriers in Big Law: Skadden Attorneys Celebrate Pride and Discuss Inclusion in Latest GILTI Conscience Podcast Episode

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WASHINGTON — Within the corridors of Skadden’s bustling office, a unique podcast series called GILTI Conscience brings the heat to rather cold topics like tax law, integrating rich discussions with industry insiders and thought leaders on topics like international tax reform and the intricacies of transfer pricing. This particular episode, however, veers off into the celebratory as it coincides with Pride Month, blending professional insights with personal revelations. Co-hosted by Skadden partners David Farhat and Nate Carden, the latest episode welcomes two distinguished guests from Skadden’s own legal team. Brian Breheny, co-head of SEC Reporting … Read more

Supreme Court Decision on Purdue Case Raises Barriers for Settling Mass Torts in Bankruptcy

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Washington – A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision has significantly influenced the landscape of bankruptcy law, particularly affecting how mass torts, such as widespread injury claims against companies, can be resolved when the accused entities file for bankruptcy. Central to this decision was the case involving Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, which has been at the heart of numerous lawsuits due to allegations of fueling the opioid crisis in America. The court’s ruling has curtailed a common legal strategy often employed by companies in bankruptcy: settling mass tort litigation through bankruptcy protection plans that … Read more

Breaking Barriers: Greek Novelist & Partner Make History as First Same-Sex Couple Married in Athens City Hall

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ATHENS, Greece – In a historic moment for Greece, a Greek novelist and his partner became the first same-sex couple to be married in Athens’ city hall, following the recent legalization of same-sex marriage in Orthodox Christian Greece. The civil wedding ceremony was officiated by Athens’ mayor, Haris Doukas. The couple, Petros Hadjopoulos, who writes under the pen name Auguste Corteau, and lawyer Anastasios Samouilidis, expressed their joy, with Hadjopoulos describing the event as “a dream that we didn’t dare entertain when we were in our teens.” This milestone holds great significance for many individuals … Read more